In the blink of an eye, we are already in the middle of February. Although it is the shortest month of the year, there is plenty of entertainment on the coast. This weekend, head out to see Annie and Fur Her Trappers at the dance hall, help raise money for the Newmarket Food Pantry with a charity comedy night at Millspace, or laugh with Kathy Griffin at The Music Hall or focus your mind at a yoga mala in Dover.
Read below to find out what to do.
Annie & the Fur Trappers at the Dancehall
what: A Mardi Gras concert by Annie and the Fur Trappers, a Boston-based traditional jazz and blues band formed in 2016.
when: Friday, February 16th, 7:30-9pm
where: Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Main.
Fee: $17-$22
More information: dancehallkittery.org
Disco dancing with DJ Mr. Magic at Rockingham Ballroom
what: The theme is disco with favorites from the 1980s and 90s.Karaoke at 10:30 p.m.
when: Friday, February 16th, 7pm to 11pm
where: Rockingham Ballroom, 22 Ash Swamp Road, Newmarket
Fee: $ 10
More information: rockin’ ballroom.club
Glendale Wolves in the press room
what: Wolves of Glendale are a comedy band consisting of Ethan Edenberg, Eric Jackowitz, and Tom McGovern.
when: Friday, February 16th, 8pm
where: Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Fee: $18-$20
More information: press roomnh.com
“Head Over Heels” at The Players Ring
what: “Head over Heels” is an improv show inspired by dating stories. There are scenes, games, and fun all around that poke fun at the theme of love. Don’t worry, the cast members will be weaker as well, which will bring us all closer together in the end.
when: Saturday, February 17th, 2:30pm and 7:30pm
where: Players Ring Theatre, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth
Fee: $15
More information: playersring.org
Charity Comedy Night at Millspace
what: A night of hilarious comedy. Ticket sales will be donated to the Newmarket Food Pantry.
when: Saturday, February 17th, 7pm to 9pm
where: Newmarket Millspace, 55 Main St., Newmarket
Fee: $20
More information: milspace.org
Paul Hodes and Blue Buddha Band at 3S Art Space
what: What do you get when you put together a congressman, two mad scientists, and a jazz drummer? The Blue Buddha Band blends retro rock, folk, roots, and great songwriting.
when: Saturday, February 17th, 7pm to 9pm
where: 3S Artspace, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth
Fee: Pay the amount you choose (starting from $22)
More information: 3sarts.org
Kathy Griffin at Music Hall
what: Kathy Griffin is a two-time Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian.
when: Saturday, February 17th, 8pm
where: Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth
Fee: $49-$93.50
More information: themusichall.org
more: Kathy Griffin shares near-death experience and new fear of Donald Trump
Peter Blanchett and the 11-string arch guitar
what: Portsmouth Music and Arts Center presents a free Guitar Sunday concert by Peter Blanchett, world-class guitarist and inventor of the 11-string arch guitar.
when: Sunday, February 18th, 3-4 p.m.
where: PMAC Hearth Gallery, 973 Islington St., Portsmouth
Fee: free
More information: pmaconline.org
Yoga Mara in Dover 2024
what: Yoga Mala is a true celebration of the human spirit. Since 2009, the yoga community has continued to come together each year for a fun fundraising event.
when: Sunday, February 18th, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
where: Rivermill at Dover Landing, 2 Washington St., Dover
Fee: $40-$150
More information: yogainaction.networkforgood.com
Matt Pond Pennsylvania and Alexa Rose at The Word Barn
what: Special album release show for Matt Pond PA’s new EP “Call and Response” featuring Alexa Rose.
when: Sunday, February 18th, 7pm to 9pm
where: The Word Barn, 66 Newfields Road, Exeter
Fee: $22
More information: thewordbarn.com